Our client is a manufacturing company based in Nairobi seeking to hire a self-driven, passionate, and results-focused Procurement Officer to be part of their supply chain team to oversee purchases and develop new contracts. The qualified Procurement Officer will play a key role in procuring high-quality and cost-efficient supplies. The role involves strictly following of procurement procedures, maintaining an updated list of inventory and incoming purchases and supplies.

Roles & Responsibilities

• To monitor the accounting GRIR and reduce it in minimum amount in daily basis on SAP.
• Process all the credit notes.
• Assist in drafting vendor contracts.
• Prepare all supporting documents for opening any L/C and submit it to finance.
• Responsible for receiving & collecting & verifying checking all payment invoices and submitting them to finance.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing.
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers & internal customers (end users).
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
• Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality.
• Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies.
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options.
• Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Purchasing, Procurement, or a related field.
• 4 years experience in Procurement in the Manufacturing industry.
• Strong competency in tendering processes and contract management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly SAP.
• Excellent negotiation skills and a detail-oriented approach.
• Highly motivated with excellent communication skills.